by Kamaljit "Sonya" Virdi, Ph.D. | Jan 10, 2025 | Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Racial Justice, Stress
Emotions ran particularly high during this election season given the significance of the topics being debated, such as women’s reproductive rights, immigration and mass deportation, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and transgender rights, to name a few. Our country...
by Kristen Lipari, Ph.D. | Sep 27, 2024 | Anger, Family, Parenting, Perinatal, Relationships
Maternal rage is often misunderstood as anger or frustration experienced by mothers, stemming from the pressures and challenges of parenting. But it’s so much more. This intense emotional state is a response to systemic inequities, societal expectations, lack of...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Aug 9, 2024 | Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Parenting, Relationships, Therapy, Trauma
We all want to feel heard, accepted, valued, and even loved. When we validate someone, we are essentially giving them this experience. Life can be confusing and difficult for all of us, but when we are genuinely validated, we feel acknowledged and reassured that we...
by Shanni Tal, Psy.D. | Jul 19, 2024 | Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Personal Improvement, Relationships
Emotions are a natural part of being human, yet they are often perplexing, can be unpredictable and difficult to understand. If you grew up in a household that didn’t acknowledge a range of emotions, it may be hard for you to identify, and express your feelings. This...
by Kristen Lipari, Ph.D. | Jun 28, 2024 | Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Personal Improvement, Relationships, Stress
How To Understand Your Emotional Cues As a psychologist who treats strong and resilient women, I often hear my clients say that they try their hardest not to cry. They push their feelings away in hopes of avoiding the pain. Emotional repression is a common...
by Natalie Rice-Thorp, Ph.D. | Mar 15, 2024 | Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Mindfulness, Personal Improvement, Relationships, Stress, Therapy
Have you ever felt SO mad, sad, or frustrated that you don’t know what to do with yourself? In these moments, what tools and coping skills do you have to manage your emotions effectively? Do you use alcohol or other substances to calm or numb yourself? Do you lash out...
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